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Examples Of Expository Writing Essays
Course: Essay (85252)
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Essay on Determination
Some people believe that talent and a winning attitude are all you need in order to succeed in your
endeavors, but a winning attitude means having determination, which many people lack. As seen on
wisdomforthesoul.org, "Real leaders are ordinary people with extraordinary determination."
Determination is an important factor in the overall success or failure of a person's efforts.
Unfortunately, determination is not something that comes easy to the majority of people. To be truly
determined, a person must first be passionate about what they're doing. Passion, however, is only the
first step towards resolution and determination. One must have a clear goal in mind, and be willing
to do anything to achieve said goal. Once they have set...show more content...
(www.merriam–webster.com) This is synonymous with my personal definition of determination.
When the end is decided upon, there is no reason or desire to change said goal. A person under the
influence of determination is comparable to a train. The train will not change its direction, as it
cannot, and no matter what, the train will continue along the tracks until it either reaches its
destination, or is stopped by the conductor. For as an example, my plan after high school is to go to
college, and then move into the professional world. When confronted about possibly wanting to join
the military, my answer is absolutely not. Going to college right after high school has always been
my mindset, and there's no way my determination will let that change. I am the metaphorical train,
because my destination is set, and there's no chance for me to adjust my direction. I will not stray
from my goal, because it would mean wrecking myself and all those involved in my endeavors.
There will be mountains in front of me, and people I may have to run over to reach my goal, but
when one's mind is set, they will not waver, and neither will I.
Another dictionary defines determination as firmness of purpose (thefreedictionary.com). When one
is determined, they are ready for what life throws at them, because no matter how obscure the path
may be, they always have a clear view of their final destination. To be determined means to always
know
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